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“I wasn't in school often enough to really belong to a 'clique,' but my friends all studied hard and got pretty good grades. They were good people with self-respect. I still like to be friends with people I admire something about; I really believe that we become like the people we're surrounded by, so I choose my friends carefully!”

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Danica McKellar

Danica McKellar is an American actress, mathematician, and author. She gained fame in the 1980s for her role in the television series 'The Wonder Years'. McKellar has also made significant academic achievements, pursuing a degree in mathematics and publishing papers in the field. more

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